
John Finn
John Finn is the Founder and Editor of Streaming Better, where he helps consumers make smarter decisions about streaming. Since launching the site in 2019, John has focused on breaking down live TV streaming, SVOD, AVOD, FAST, and TVOD services.
John has been covering technology since 2014, writing and editing for multiple online publications before shifting his attention to the streaming industry. His work includes hands‑on testing, industry research, and a consumer‑first perspective designed to highlight what actually matters.
Originally from England and now based in the United States, John holds a degree in Psychology. Before entering the streaming world, he worked as an airline reviewer — an experience that helped shape the detail‑oriented evaluation style he now applies to devices, services, and industry trends.
John subscribes to multiple streaming services to stay current with the market, but he continues to advocate for the cost‑effective strategy of rotating services based on what you want to watch, rather than paying for everything at once.
John’s Core Topics
- Live TV Streaming
- SVOD, AVOD & FAST Services
- Streaming Industry Analysis
- Device Reviews
- Consumer Streaming Strategy
Featured Articles
A selection of John’s most popular guides and explainers.

Want to Save on Streaming? Here Are 7 Tips I Use to Stream For Less
Seven things I do to help keep a lid on my monthly streaming costs.

Live TV Streaming Subscriber Tracker
See how many subscribers the most popular live TV services have, and had in the past.

Streaming 101: A Beginner’s Guide To Services, Devices, And More
Want to get started with TV and video streaming? You’re in the right place.
All Articles
John’s latest articles and guides.
Halloween Streaming Guide (2026): The Best New Releases, 2025 Horror Hits & Classics
It is that time of the year again. With October now here, and Halloween just around the corner, it is that time when many of us will watch some very…
Sling TV: When 4 Streams Doesn’t Actually Mean 4 Streams
Sling’s approach to simultaneous streams is worthy of Christopher Nolan’s Inception.
fuboTV Now Offering ‘Family Plan with Showtime’ for $64.99
Those thinking of signing up to fuboTV will probably want to go with the family plan now. The extra $10 goes a long way.
Latest YouTube Report a Clear Reminder of the Importance of AVOD
YouTube is not only the home of streaming videos for free, but also an important reminder of the power of the AVOD approach.
Roku Device Guide: Picking The Best Roku Player
With so many different Roku players to choose from, here’s a closer look at their differences and which one best suits which type of buyer.
HBO Is Now $9.99/mo. (For 3 Months) via Prime Video Channels
For a limited time you can stream Game of Thrones or The Outsider for less than usual. You can also save on Starz too.
Sling TV Shines Light on Popular Live Events with Spotlight Feature
Tired of missing out on a live TV event? Sling TV’s new Spotlight feature might help.
YouTube TV Dropping Apple In-App Billing Is a Good Thing
It might not seem like it now, but YouTube TV dropping Apple in-app payments benefits everyone, including Apple TV users.
YouTube Almost Confirms Third-Party Video Subscriptions Are Coming
Following recent rumors, YouTube provides a clear indication users will be able to sign up to third-party subscription services in 2020.
Is Roku Correct? Half of US TV Homes Will Be Cord Cutters by 2024
Roku believes we’ve now entered the ‘Streaming Decade,’ but it is probably more accurate to think of the 2020s as the cord-nevers decade.
Roku Ends 2019 with 36.9 Million Active Accounts, Record Streaming Hours
Roku continues to enjoy quarterly growth, but will that continue following the various issues in this quarter?
Netflix Autoplay Previews Can’t Be Disabled on Some Roku Players [Updated]
The issue seems to be much worse for Roku Streaming Stick+ users.
Hulu Live TV Reviewed (In 500 Words)
Not everyone has time to read a long review, so if you just want a quick take on Hulu live TV, here it is.
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